The arrangement of the kitchen space should take into account the basic design requirements. Each specific option has its own list of requirements and nuances. Consider what could be the design of a kitchen area of 11 square meters. m with access to the balcony.
Features and requirements
The main task that needs to be solved in this case is to increase the comfort and at the same time the visual elegance of the room. You can use the balcony as a continuation of the main space in two versions - with a clear separation from the kitchen itself or with their complete merger. If the separation wall is removed, the total usable area grows markedly. To create coziness, they use original color schemes. Furniture is usually made to order, trying to maximize the use of space.
The development of a design project, of course, needs to be carried out at the preparation stage. The design of the work should provide for the most convenient access to the most important parts of the room. Also, do not rely on one perimeter glazing. It is necessary to warm the room with quality, because only under such a condition will normal operation in the kitchen be possible regardless of the season. The balcony part after insulation can become:
- dining area;
- place of rest;
- secondary culinary work area (with appliances that do not require a connection to water and gas).
Equipment, filling, materials
When designing a kitchen layout of 11 square meters. m you can take a place for furniture and equipment of the following types:
- fridge;
- Microwave;
- oven;
- Dishwasher;
- extractor hood;
- dining table with 4 chairs or a corner;
- sink (sink);
- table for culinary work;
- suspended cabinets.
A window sill is recommended to be replaced with a plane from laminated MDF. It can be used not only for serving dinner, but also for decorating a room with flowers. It is possible to weight a balcony with brickwork only when props are placed under it. For insulation use polystyrene foam or basalt cotton wool. External glazing is made of energy-saving packages (sometimes with additional heating).
The dining area is often trimmed with plasterboard sheets around the perimeter. It is easy to apply textured plaster on them or to glue waterproof wallpaper. In the kitchen area traditionally used tile. Many people prefer to equip a combined kitchen-balcony with a warm floor, although this is not necessary. But the main flooring material should be resistant to specific kitchen conditions.
Interior
Area 11 sq. M. m is enough so that you can safely put the headset along the long walls of such a room. Experts believe that to save space, you have to turn the top of the dishwasher into a work surface.
Just put a countertop over it. But it is not necessary to choose just such a layout in a kitchen of 11 square meters. When the width of the room is about 2.5 m, the cooking area is placed at two opposite walls, and the table is set to the window.
Traditionally, the L-shaped layout is also popular. It is used in both square and rectangular rooms. In a square space, it is also recommended to use U-shaped solutions (furniture arrangement at 3 walls). No less important is the role of the modern design concept. When compiling it, the color scheme in a single kitchen and the arrangement of lighting should be considered.
Many modern interiors mean abandoning shelves in favor of drawers. The capacity of such storage systems is greater. When using the built-in technology, all storage systems and other parts of the furniture set can be white or dark purple. This solution looks very good. It is allowed to combine light and dark tones, provided that light ones dominate.
It is not necessary to saturate the space with the maximum possible furniture and equipment. Sometimes it’s more advisable to choose a minimalistic design that looks simple, but very functional. Surfaces made of glass and metal will reflect the sun's rays, visually adding space. Another good option is to use a high-tech style.
It is not necessary to choose a strictly white interior. Although it remains in vogue, it gradually tires people more and more. The combination of different colors is realized through the use of accent walls. You can also set accents using photo wallpaper. Using wallpaper with a three-dimensional effect or a particularly large image is impractical - because of them, the space will seem too narrow in appearance.
So that it is used as practical as possible, it is worth choosing multifunctional models of household appliances. In the same way, they recommend approaching the choice of a headset. For some tasks, drawers are better suited, for others - shelves or cabinets. When there are all these elements, it is much more convenient to use the kitchen.
Styles
As for the selection of a stylistic concept, designers strongly warn against trusting fashion. It is necessary to focus primarily on your own needs and tastes. Scandinavian design and minimalism, extremely popular these days, may not be suitable for anyone. If you want to use rich colors, original decor, you should give preference to styles:
- Art Nouveau;
- loft;
- Provence
- classic.
The principle of reasonable moderation must be adhered to.. If the finishing materials are bright and juicy, they should moderate the type of furniture (and vice versa). When thinking over the organization of the dining area, it is necessary to pay attention primarily to personal needs. So, a family of 3-4 people urgently needs a spacious table. Single people and couples can choose more modest furniture, unless they often invite guests.
When the working area in the kitchen is compact, a guest space is created on the balcony. If the whole family comes together only in the evenings, it is advisable to put a bar counter in the kitchen or expand the window sill. It happens that the old furniture as a whole suits, only its appearance ceases to like. Then you just need to replace the facades, leaving the functionality unchanged. But in cases where it is very difficult to understand and make the right decision, it is worth contacting professionals.
See how to decorate a kitchen of 11 sq.m with a balcony in the next video.
